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1 handbook for teachersfor exams from 2016 Independent userBasic userB1B290801001101201301401501601701801 90200210220230C1C2B1A2A1 BelowA1 Proficient userCEFRExam content and overviewPaper/timingTest contentTest focusREADING AND USE OF ENGLISH1 hr 15 minsPart 1A modified cloze test containing eight gaps followed by eight multiple-choice are expected to be able to: demonstrate the ability to apply their knowledge and control of the language system by completing a number of tasks at text and sentence level; demonstrate a variety of reading skills including understanding of specific information, text organisation features, implication, attitude and text 2A modified cloze test containing eight 3A text containing eight gaps. Each gap corresponds to a word. The stems of the missing words are given beside the text and must be changed to form the missing 4 Six separate questions, each with a lead-in sentence and a gapped second sentence to be completed in two to five words, one of which is a given key 5A text followed by six 4-option multiple-choice 6A text from which six sentences have been removed and placed in jumbled order, together with an additional sentence, after the 7A text or several short texts, preceded by 10 multiple-matching hr 20 minsPart 1 One compulsory are given input in the form of an essay title to respond to, along with accompanying notes to guide their 2 Candidates choose one task from a choice of four questions (including a set text option).

2 Candidates are expected to be able to write non-specialised text types such as an article, an informal letter, a review or a 40 minsPart 1A series of eight short, unrelated extracts from monologues or exchanges between interacting speakers. There is one multiple-choice question per are expected to be able to show understanding of feeling, attitude, detail, opinion, purpose, agreement, gist, function, topic, specific information, 2A monologue with a sentence-completion task which has 10 3 Five short, related monologues, with five multiple-matching questions. There are three 4An interview or an exchange between two speakers with seven multiple-choice minsPart 1A conversation between the interlocutor and each candidate (spoken questions).Candidates are expected to be able to respond to questions and to interact in conversational 2An individual long turn for each candidate, followed by a response from the second candidate (visual and written stimuli with spoken instructions).

3 Part 3A two-way conversation between the candidates (written stimuli, with spoken instructions).Part 4A discussion on topics related to Part 3 (spoken questions).1 CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH7 FIRST FOR SCHOOLS handbook FOR TEACHERSCONTENTSP refaceThis handbook is for teachers who are preparing candidates for Cambridge english : First for Schools, also known as First Certificate in english (FCE) for Schools. The introduction gives an overview of the exam and its place within Cambridge english language assessment . This is followed by a focus on each paper and includes content, advice on preparation and example you need further copies of this handbook , please email Cambridge english language assessment 2 The world s most valuable range of english qualifications 2 Key features of Cambridge english exams 2 Proven quality 3 Cambridge english : First for Schools an overview 3 Exam formats 3 Who is the exam for?

4 3 Who recognises the exam? 3 What level is the exam? 3 About the exam 4A thorough test of all areas of language ability 4 Marks and results 5 Exam support 6 Support for teachers 6 Support for candidates 6 Reading and Use of english 7 General description

5 7 Structure and tasks 7 The seven parts of the Reading and Use of english paper 8 Preparation 9 Sample paper 1 12 Answer key 18 Sample paper 2 19 Answer key 25 Candidate answer sheet 26 Writing 27 General description 27 Structure and tasks 27 The two parts of the Writing paper 28 Preparation 28 Sample paper 1 31 assessment of Writing 32 Sample scripts with examiner comments 36 Sample paper 2

6 42 Sample scripts with examiner comments 43 Candidate answer sheet 49 Listening 51 General description 51 Structure and tasks 51 The four parts of the Listening paper 52 Preparation 52 Sample paper 1 54 Answer key 61 Sample paper 2 62 Answer key 69 Candidate answer sheet 70 Speaking 71 General description 71 Structure and tasks 71 The four parts of the Speaking test 72 Preparation

7 72 Sample paper 1 75 Sample paper 2 78 assessment of Speaking 81 Cambridge english : First for Schools glossary 86 Contents2 CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH7 FIRST FOR SCHOOLS handbook FOR TEACHERSABOUT CAMBRIDGE english language ASSESSMENTA bout Cambridge english language AssessmentCambridge english : First for Schools is developed by Cambridge english language assessment , part of the University of are one of three major exam boards which form the Cambridge assessment Group (Cambridge assessment ). More than 8 million Cambridge assessment exams are taken in over 170 countries around the world every International ExaminationsPrepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learningCambridge assessment : the trading name for the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES)Cambridge english language assessment Provider of the world s most valuable range of qualifications for learners and teachers of english OCR.

8 Oxford Cambridge and RSA ExaminationsOne of the UK s leading providers of qualificationsDepartments of the UniversityDepartments (exam boards)One of the oldest universities in the world and one of the largest in the United KingdomOxford Cambridge and RSAThe world s most valuable range of english qualificationsCambridge english language assessment offers the world s leading range of qualifications for learners and teachers of english . Over 5 million Cambridge english exams are taken each year in more than 130 countries. We offer assessments across the full spectrum of language ability for general communication, for professional and academic purposes, and also for specific business english qualifications. All of our exams are aligned to the principles and approach of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). To find out more about Cambridge english exams and the CEFR, go to Key features of Cambridge english examsCambridge english exams .

9 Are based on realistic tasks and situations so that preparing for their exam gives learners real-life language skills accurately and consistently test all four language skills reading, writing, listening and speaking encourage positive learning experiences, and seek to achieve a positive impact on teaching wherever possible are as fair as possible to all candidates, whatever their national, ethnic and linguistic background, gender or EnglishA range of exams to meet di erent needsC1C2B2B1A2A1C1C2B2B1A2A1 Proficient userIndependent userCommon European Framework of Reference (CEFR)Basic (KET) for Schools Starters(YLE Starters)Movers (YLE Movers)Flyers(YLE Flyers)Preliminary(PET) for SchoolsFirst (FCE) for SchoolsKey(KET)Preliminary(PET)First(FCE )Advanced(CAE)BusinessVantage(BEC)Busine ssPreliminary(BEC)BusinessHigher(BEC)BUL ATSIELTSP roficiency(CPE)93 CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH7 FIRST FOR SCHOOLS handbook FOR TEACHERSCAMBRIDGE english : FIRST FOR SCHOOLS AN OVERVIEWWho recognises the exam?

10 The Cambridge english : First certificate is recognised around the world as proof of upper-intermediate level english skills for industrial, administrative and service-based employment. It is also accepted by a wide range of educational institutions for study purposes. The Cambridge english range of exams is recognised by more than 20,000 institutions and employers. For more information about recognition go to level is the exam?Cambridge english : First for Schools is targeted at Level B2 on the a certificate at this upper-intermediate level proves that a candidate is becoming skilled in english and now has practical language skills for everyday written and spoken qualityOur commitment to providing exams of the highest possible quality is underpinned by an extensive programme of research and evaluation. Question papers are produced and pretested using rigorous procedures to ensure accuracy and fairness, and the marking and grading of our exams is continuously monitored for consistency.